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    The Family Heritage House Museum in Bradenton, Florida

    By Florida Division of Historic Resources Staff

    The Family Heritage House Museum holds an extensive collection of resources regarding African American achievements.

    Florida has a rich and diverse history.  African American landmarks and legacies exist in various locations throughout the state including Bradenton and Manatee County. 

    Bradenton

    Family Heritage House Museum
    5840 26th Street West (adjunct to the State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota)

    A resource for the study of African American achievements, this extensive black history library of books, newspaper clippings, magazines, photographs and audio cassettes represents over 50 years in the cultural and economic life of African Americans.

    Adapted from Florida Black Heritage Trail, published by the Florida Department of State, in partnership with VISIT FLORIDA, copyright 2007.
     
    The Family Heritage House Museum

    The book Florida Black Heritage Trail was published in 2007 by the Florida Division of Historic Resources

    - Florida Department of State, in partnership with VISIT FLORIDA
    A manatee sculpture greets visitors to the Bradenton River Walk. Bradenton

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